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Charles Leclerc says he needs to take an ‘extreme’ risk despite Ferrari’s Belgian GP upgrade

Charles Leclerc heads into the Belgian Grand Prix after a tough outing at Silverstone, where he finished 14th – his lowest result of the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / HITC / July 23

F1 paddock insider spots unexpected benefit of 2026 regulations after Charles Leclerc’s criticism

F1’s big rule changes for 2026 have some in the paddock worried Formula 1 is about to undergo its biggest technical overhaul yet, but not everyone is convinced it’s a step in the right direction.

Formula One News / HITC / July 17

Ferrari push to fix steering and suspension flaws as Leclerc and Hamilton’s title hopes fade

Ferrari know their hopes of competing for either title in the 2025 Formula 1 season have all but disappeared. At the halfway point of the campaign, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are 115 and 131 points adrift of championship leader Oscar Piastri, and neither has managed a Grand Prix win yet.

Formula One News / HITC / July 16

Charles Leclerc is ignoring a key piece of advice from Fred Vasseur, and it may be hurting Ferrari

Charles Leclerc’s F1 season hasn’t gone to plan, and he’s currently on track to equal his worst championship finish since 2021. Leclerc leads Ferrari in the standings, but fifth place isn’t what he’s aiming for.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / July 12

Charles Leclerc Searching for Solutions to Qualifying woes

Charles Leclerc is often described as a driver who comes alive on Saturdays, renowned for his prowess in qualifying. However, for most of 2025, the Monegasque has been happier with his performances on race day.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Charles Leclerc Blames Himself For ‘Not Being Good Enough’

Charles Leclerc couldn’t hide his disappointment after only managing P6 in qualifying for the British GP, opening up about how far he’s drifted from his once-reliable Saturday form.

Formula One News / HITC / June 12

Charles Leclerc could quit Ferrari in 2026 and Lewis Hamilton’s warning explains why

Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen might be the same age, but their careers have played out very differently. Verstappen is already chasing a fifth world title, while Leclerc is still waiting for his first serious shot.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / June 8

Charles Leclerc Tried to Train His Dog and It Went Totally Wrong

Even Charles Leclerc can’t win it all especially when it comes to training his dog. In a now-viral clip from Formula 1’s Beyond the Grid podcast, the Ferrari star revealed his hilariously relatable struggle with his dog, Leo.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / June 7

Ferrari Told to Prioritize Lewis Hamilton Over Charles Leclerc for 2025 Car

Ferrari has been urged to shift its focus toward Lewis Hamilton as it builds its 2025 Formula 1 challenger. Former driver and veteran racer Juan Pablo Montoya believes the team must prioritize the seven-time world champion over Charles Leclerc if it hopes to return to title contention.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 1

2025 Spanish GP: Ferrari Move to Second in the Team Standings

The 2025 Spanish GP weekend saw Ferrari take third with Charles Leclerc and sixth place with Lewis Hamilton in a drama-filled race. Ferrari’s SF-25 showed improved handling, particularly in reducing understeer during Sunday’s race at the 2025 Spanish GP.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / May 23

Charles Leclerc’s $2.5 Million Yacht Quietly Sits Off Monaco Coast

While the spotlight shines on Charles Leclerc during race weekends, it’s his off-track lifestyle quietly turning heads this week in Monaco. Ahead of his home Grand Prix, Leclerc’s $2.5 million yacht “Sadichi” is docked just off the coast, a nod to the kind of understated luxury many Formula 1 drivers enjoy away from the cameras.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Charles Leclerc’s Complaint at Imola GP Sparks Strong Fan Reactions

Charles Leclerc’s Friday at the Imola Grand Prix got off to a rough start — quite literally. During Free Practice 1, the Ferrari driver was heard over team radio saying,”Helmet lift is horrible,” as he struggled to keep control of his headgear at high speeds around the fast-flowing Italian circuit.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / May 5

Leclerc doubtful Ferrari 'have the solutions' to improve SF-25

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were forced to settle for 7th and 8th place respectively at the Miami GP. Ferrari’s failure to swap Hamilton and Leclerc quickly enough – and the team radio messages that followed – have created plenty of headlines post-race.

Formula One News / The SportsRush / May 4

Picked by Charles Leclerc to Play Him in His Biopic, Timothee Chalamet Swears Allegiance to Rival Camp

Timothee Chalamet is a known sports buff, with clear favorites across multiple disciplines. He’s a big NFL fan, follows Premier League club Chelsea, and also supports Ligue 1 side Saint-Etienne.

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Leclerc: 'We Maximized Absolutely Everything' Despite Ferrari Qualifying Weakness

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc delivered an outstanding performance to secure the Italian team's first podium. Throughout the race, he consistently achieved solid lap times even as the tires continued to wear and completed an impressive 30-lap stint on the Medium tires.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 18

Charles Leclerc Hoping Ferrari Take a 'Step Forward' at the Saudi GP

Charles Leclerc is optimistic that the upgraded Ferrari floor introduced in Bahrain will be a more significant step forward at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 11

Charles Leclerc Claims McLaren are 'On Another Planet' Despite Upgrades to the SF-25

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc has been vocal early in the season about the lack of performance in the SF-25, regularly claiming that McLaren, and even Red Bull and Mercedes, are consistently a step above the Italian team.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 8

Photo of Michael Schumacher and Charles Leclerc goes viral after Japanese GP Milestone

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc celebrated a major milestone in his career after the Japanese Grand Prix, as he completed his 150th race in Formula 1. The Monegasque was born in Monte Carlo in 1997, dreaming of someday becoming an F1 World Champion and driving for the legendary Scuderia Ferrari.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / March 10

Ferrari have 'quite a bit of work' to be ready for 2025 – Leclerc

Ferrari head into the 2025 season as one of the favourites, tasked with challenging the reigning constructors champions – McLaren. Had it not been for a significant blip between the Spanish and Italian GP last year, Ferrari could have claimed the team’s title with rounds to spare.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / March 3

This driver can end Max Verstappen's Formula One title streak

It's been eight long, action-packed Formula One (F1) seasons since somebody not named Max Verstappen or Lewis Hamilton has been named champion of the world's most prestigious racing circuit.

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Formula One News / FirstSportz / February 18

Charles Leclerc releases two new songs to commemorate 2024 race wins

Charles Leclerc has continued to expand his domains outside racing with new ventures adding to his growing list of off-track pursuits. The Monegasque recently launched his own ice cream chain, LEC.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / December 6

Ferrari's title hopes dealt blow with Charles Leclerc grid penalty

The Formula 1 drivers' championship has already been decided -- it's Max Verstappen's for the fourth year running -- but the constructor championship is still up for grabs entering the season finale in Abu Dhabi.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 24

Outlining Charles Leclerc's unlikely route to F1 world title

Outlining Charles Leclerc's unlikely route to F1 world championship

Charles Leclerc is quietly putting together a late charge for the 2024 F1 world championship. While it is a massive mountain to climb, Leclerc is still in position to win the championship if the cards fall in his favor.

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Formula One News / FirstSportz / October 23

Watch: 'This is awesome!' F1 star Charles Leclerc goes ‘supersonic’ in a Rafale fighter plane

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc was presented with the golden opportunity to ride aboard a Rafale fighter plane. Leclerc is set to take part in a French Air Force training mission, which will be documented by CANAL+.